A Politically Fraught Climate

In this week's episode, Rabbi Dave and Friar Rod dive into the tension-filled world of modern politics with their trademark humor and sharp wit. From the absurdity of Gavin Newsom’s new laws aimed at AI and parody, to the Orwellian undertones of political censorship, the duo explores the fragile nature of free speech in America today. They also reflect on the delicate art of political satire, peppering the conversation with quotes from Orwell, Voltaire, and Mark Twain. Expect deep insights mixed with belly laughs as they dissect everything from California’s legal landscape to international incidents involving pagers in Hezbollah hands. As always, the episode is filled with hilarious tangents, including stories about COVID, text messages from the bathroom, and even a zookeeper’s attempt to pass off Chow Chows as pandas! This episode is sure to leave you both entertained and thinking deeply about the current state of politics in America.